Trelew: Wool Capital of Argentina
Trelew is a city in Argentina’s Chubut Province. It is a densely populated area located along the valley of the local river. Many people live here since it is the an industrial center. It is also the capital city for wool processing and 90% of its residents depend on this trade. The closest airport is the Almirante Marcos A. Zar Airport (REL), which is 3.2 miles away from the center.
Best Time to Visit
Every October, this city celebrates Eisteddfod Festival, a Castilian and Welsh cultural festival. It features traditional arts and tries to recreate the time 11th-century presentation of bards. Due to its uniqueness, it gets frequented by many visitors and Trelew accommodations tend to get filled fast.
What to Do & Area Attractions
One of the cultural highlights of this place is the Egidio Feruglio Paleontological Museum, an exhibition of fossilized animals from the Patagonia region. Another treasure of Trelew is the Provincial Museum of Natural Science and Oceanography, which is now housed at a refurbished historical building. For accommodation needs, tourists can book a room at the Cheltum Hotel located just a few distance away from the center and the top museums in the area. Visitors can also book excursions and city tours from its front desk. A more centrally-located hotel that tourists might prefer is the Hotel Touring Club. This lodging has 30 rooms that are equipped with cabled television, bathtub, and wireless internet connection.